Our crews have been working feverishly since daybreak to get the grass courts in playable condition. Main draw matches will go on today (Friday) as scheduled. All consolations have been cancelled. Many streets around the club are impassable. Please use the Alternate Directions to get to the club.

Match Times Have Been Updated

Match times are Based On The Assumption We Will Have Courts Available. Please allow LOTS of time to get to the club since roads and trains may be unreliable. Food service at the club may not be available.

Tornado Damage

Forest Hills has been hit by a tornado. Fortunately there were no injuries at the club however the courts have sustained significant damage. Due to extensive damage to the clay courts ALL CONSOLATION MATCHES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED FOR THE DURATION OF THE EVENT. We will not be able to get the courts playable. The grass courts sustained less damage and will probably be playable but at present, we do not know when. Updates will be posted as they are available.

Singles Seedings Have been Revised

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WELCOME!

Welcome to the 2010 USTA National Men's 55 Grass Court Championships at The West Side Tennis Club! We're looking forward to seeing you all "Play Forest Hills". If you have any questions please feel free to call or email. Please check this home page periodically since additional information may be posted.

Late Entries Will Not Be Accepted

In fairness to all players, please be aware that late entries will not be accepted. All late entrants will be placed on an alternate list and will only be put in the draw if someone withdraws. Doubles teams must also be entered by the entry deadline. If you need help finding a doubles partner, please let us know well in advance so we can try to match you up in time to enter on time.

Tennis Attire

All white tennis attire is required including hats, shoes and warm-ups. A maximum of 10% colored trim is permitted. Collars on shirts are not required but all shirts must have sleeves. Grass court shoes are NOT permitted.

Doubles Entries

Entry deadline for doubles is the same as for singles. ALL entries must be done online. Players needing USTA numbers for their doubles partners in order to enter online should email westsideprotennis@yahoo.com.

Practice courts may be booked one day in advance. All practice courts must be reserved through the Pro Shop. Friday, Saturday & Sunday, Sept. 10-12 & Tuesday, Sept. 14. Players may book one hour of practice time, four players to a court. A second hour may be booked after completion of the first though players who have not yet played have priority over those who have. A limited number of courts will be available from 12pm – 6pm. If the grass courts are not available, clay courts will be available. To utilize practice court time more efficiently, it is suggested that players practice serves on clay courts #33-36 (the “old bubble” courts) on a walk-on basis. ABSOLUTELY NO GRASS COURT SHOES ARE TO BE WORN ON THE COURTS. PLEASE RESPECT THE ALL WHITE DRESS CODE FOR ALL PEOPLE ON THE COURT. THIS INCLUDES COACHES & GUESTS. THE DRESS CODE APPLIES TO HATS, VISORS & SHOES ON BOTH MATCH & PRACTICE COURTS. Please call the Pro Shop at 718-268-2300 x127 to reserve. Courts may not be booked more than 24 hours in advance. There is no charge to tournament entrants for practice courts.

Tournament Travel Agent & Hotel

OFFICIAL HOTEL, AIR & CAR ARRANGEMENTS will be handled by Lisa Camerino (Campus Travel of Westchester) 500 Mamaroneck Avenue, Harrison, NY 10528-1600. Phone: (914) 992-5532
E-mail: campustrav@aol.com. Campus Travel has arranged for a special tournament rate at the Crowne Plaza LaGuardia Hotel. The rate is $139 + taxes per night.

Manhattan Hotel in a PERFECT LOCATION at a Great Price

We are delighted to be able to offer a reasonably priced midtown Manhattan hotel that's in a great location. The Park Savoy is one block from Central Park, Carnegie Hall and Fifth Avenue and a short walk to the theatre district. It is also a half block from the F train which will get you to Forest Hills in about 20-30 minutes. This is a European style hotel which means the rooms are quite small though they include private bath and continental breakfast. Rates range from $115-195 per room incl. taxes. Most rooms are $165. (Rates look lower on Expedia because they do not include taxes.) Full disclosure: These great prices are due to construction next door. The workmen generally start at 7am but finish by 3pm so this is perfect for early risers.
Contact Vesna Dojcilovic to book and be sure to mention the tournament. Vesna can be reached at 212-586-5601 or Parksavoy@aol.com. City lovers need to check this out!
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Alternate Accommodation Options

Limited local housing is available through the tournament. Please contact Dina Ingersole via email at westsideprotennis@yahoo.com if you are interested.
Players may also be able to arrange housing with local families and/or bed & breakfasts through the following web sites:
www.seniorshomeexchange.com, www.affordabletravelclub.net, www.evergreenclub.com, www.couchsurfing.com, www.usa.homelink.org
Thanks to Alan Messer's Supersenior.info web site and Bernie Palmatier for the suggestion and the research.

IMPORTANT Parking Information

Players are invited to park in the lot next to the Stadium on 69th Avenue. Please be sure not to park on the private streets surrounding the Club. Cars parked on the private streets will be booted. PLEASE READ THE SIGNS CAREFULLY!!

Directions & Public Transportation

Directions and public transportation information are available at www.foresthillstennis.com under the Contact menu.
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Directions To The Club From LaGuardia Airport

Taxi drivers sometimes have trouble finding the club so please print out the directions to the club and bring them with you to avoid confusion. The trip takes about 15 minutes.
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Directions To The Club From JFK Airport

Taxi drivers sometimes have trouble finding the club so please print out the directions to the club and bring them with you to avoid confusion. The trip takes about 20-30 minutes.
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Match Schedule Information

Please be aware we will be starting matches at 9am most days and will be playing matches all day long. Players must be prepared to play a maximum of two singles and one doubles each day.

Consolations

Players losing their first match in singles or doubles may choose to play consolations. PLAYERS MUST SIGN UP FOR CONSOLATIONS IF THEY WISH TO PLAY. This is NOT a feed-in. Please sign up immediately after your match at the Tournament Desk. All consolation matches will be played on clay to help players prepare for the upcoming USTA National Clay Courts.

LOTS of Pro Shop Stock

West Side's Pro Shop will be fully stocked this summer with a large selection of "whites" logoed with the club emblem. Be sure to check out the offerings from Fila, Bolle, Boast, Wilson, Prince, Nike and Balle de Match. As always, tournament players will receive the member price. Happy shopping!

Match Times Subject To Change

Please note all match times are subject to change due to weather or court conditions.

In Case Of Extreme Heat

Due to extreme temperatures and humidity the match scoring format may be changed to a match tie-break in lieu of a third set. An announcement will be made at the start of play on any given day if the match tie-break will be used.

Lunch & Hospitality

The club restaurant will be open for lunch daily from 12-3pm.
Complimentary coffee & bagels will be available daily in the Rose Garden Tent Player Lounge. Drinks and snacks will also be available.
Please be aware the club does not permit bringing in food from outside the club. Thank you for your cooperation.

Seedings

Please note: the number of seeds will be determined in accordance with ITF rules for all age groups to which they apply. . Seedings will be based on ITF rankings with appropriate wildcards in accordance with ITF Seniors Regulations.

Coman Tie-Break

In accordance with ITF rules, the Coman Tie-Break will be used.

Messages

The West Side Tennis Club has an all white dress code. This includes hats, shoes and warm-ups.

All match times are subject to bad weather. Please check the internet or call the Pro Shop to confirm match times. The number is 718-268-2300 x127.

Directions and public transportation information are available at www.foresthillstennis.com.

Players needing a USTA number for their doubles partner in order to register online should email their request to westsideprotennis@yahoo.com.

Please be aware that GRASS COURT SHOES ARE NOT PERMITTED. This includes the Adidas Feather and any shoe with nubs or protrusions on the sole. Thank you for observing this club rule which protects the courts from excess wear and tear and thank you for your understanding.

The West Side Tennis Club does not accept cash. Please use Visa or MasterCard for all purchases.

Player Selection Type

No Selection Process. All registered players will be selected.

Entry Type

Entry to this tournament is open to all USTA members. Entries must be submitted by Wednesday, September 01, 2010 11:59:00 PM Eastern Time. Only USTA members can register online if available.

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